When the Falling Starhorn Beast dragged the injured Frostscale Cow back to the farm, all the little ones gathered around.
"Quack, quack."
Seeing the Frostscale Cow with patches of scorched fur, Runrun Duck opened its beak, ready to spew out a stream of water, but Chen Yuan stopped it:
"No need, the fire is already out. Just let it rest now."
After a short while,
the Frostscale Cow weakly opened its eyes. When the unfamiliar environment and the figures it had never seen before came into view, it immediately let out a frightened cry: "Moo."
It wanted to hide quickly, but its body wouldn't obey.
"This kid is quite pitiful," Chen Yuan sighed.
Being rejected and abandoned by its herd was something no pet beast could accept.
It would probably leave an indelible mark in its heart.
"You go ahead and do your work, I'll take care of it," Chen Weiyi said.
Having said that, Chen Weiyi slowly walked towards the Frostscale Cow.
The Frostscale Cow looked at Chen Weiyi approaching, but didn't show the fear and panic it had before. It just quietly stared at Chen Weiyi, then lowered its head, gazing blankly at the ground.
It remembered this human.
When it was learning skills, when it was spacing out away from the herd, he would always stand far away and watch it.
He probably thought it was stupid too, right?
But Chen Weiyi didn't speak. He just moved a chair and sat next to the Frostscale Cow.
The sunlight fell on the two of them, and the atmosphere was surprisingly peaceful and serene.
After an unknown amount of time, Chen Weiyi's voice finally sounded: "You're a good kid who works hard."
"Moo?"
The Frostscale Cow tilted its head in confusion, but out of the corner of its eye, it caught sight of Runrun Duck and Sparkcat hiding not far away, peeking. It immediately lowered its head.
Chen Yuan grabbed Runrun Duck with his left hand and hugged Sparkcat with his right, quickly leaving the yard.
Chen Weiyi continued, "If you can't learn a skill, don't force yourself. Just spend more time basking in the sun with me."
"Just stay here, you won't encounter danger, and you won't be rejected."
"When you have free time, accompany me for walks."
In the main hall,
Chen Yuan received a call from Chen Wenhao.
"Bro, the date is set. I'll be coming back with my teacher on the first of next month, and then we'll enter the Qinling Mountains together for research." Perhaps because he was about to go home, Chen Wenhao's tired tone carried a hint of joy.
He then asked, "How have you guys been lately? Is Grandpa doing well?"
Hearing this, Chen Yuan glanced at the old man who was accompanying the Frostscale Cow in the yard, and grinned: "Of course, Grandpa might even get a pet beast of his own."
Afterward, Chen Yuan told Chen Wenhao what had happened today.
Chen Wenhao nodded slightly, not focusing on the fate between the old man and the Frostscale Cow, but instead pondered: "It's not uncommon for mixed-breed cubs to be rejected by their groups. This phenomenon exists in many groups."
"However, the slow growth rate, the inability to learn skills, but the great strength, indicates that some strange change has occurred in this Frostscale Cow's body."
"Could its hair color also be a manifestation of this change?"
"Hmm, it's worth studying."
Mentioning this, Chen Yuan's thoughts stirred, and he told Chen Wenhao the news that the Snowcloud Wolf leader had advanced on its own without the help of a Beast Master.
Chen Wenhao was stunned: "There's such a thing?"
"Yeah." Chen Yuan nodded, "I can confirm that no Beast Master helped it advance. It's impossible that it stumbled upon the resources needed for advancement, right?"
But deep down, a thought popped up: What if he really could do it?
The night deepened,
Cola gathered all the little partners except for Big Sister, the Twinflower Concubine, and Doudou Chicken.
"Woof, woof, woof."
Cola stretched out its paw and pointed at the Frostscale Cow sleeping in the main hall, its blue eyes gleaming in the dark night.
You all know what happened during the day, right?
"Clack."
Ironhead vigorously nodded.
"Woof, woof!"
Afterward, Cola's gaze became fervent, and it waved its paw, inviting the little partners.
Let's go catch that Firestripe Snake together!
Who knew that upon hearing this, Runrun Duck was the first to wave its wings, turning around to leave: "Quack, quack."
Leave the fighting to you guys, quack~
I'm going back to sleep first.
"Woof."
Cola bit Runrun Duck's tail, and when the latter turned around, glaring angrily at Cola, Cola quickly explained: "Woof, woof, woof!"
The master is already disappointed in me.
I must catch that Firestripe Snake!
Runrun Duck's anger gradually disappeared. It rubbed its tail, deciding to give its good friend some face: "Quack, quack, quack."
Then what do you want to do, quack?
Cola didn't answer, but just looked at Sparkcat.
In Cola's opinion, Sparkcat was always the smartest and most resourceful guy on the farm.
Letting Sparkcat come up with an idea was definitely right.
For a time, all the little ones stared intently at Sparkcat.
"Spark..."
Sparkcat gently flapped its yellow wings, its eyes gleaming with wisdom, and suddenly raised its paw.
Hey, I have an idea.
"Spark, spark, spark..."
Sparkcat recalled the plot it had seen on TV, and plausibly formulated a plan that it thought was perfect.
They needed bait to lure the Firestripe Snake out, and then the other partners would hide in the dark and launch a sneak attack.
"Woof, woof!"
Cola's eyes lit up, and its dog paw slapped the ground.
This is good!
But the problem was, who could be the bait?
Cola scanned them one by one, its gaze first falling on Sparkcat, who had come up with the idea.
"Spark ~"
Sparkcat shook its head righteously.
I can't be bait.
When the farm owner took me into the mountains, he always arranged for me to ambush from the dark.
Cola thought about it seriously, the master did make this arrangement, so it looked at Ironhead again.
"Clack."
Ironhead pointed at the farm gate, shaking its head.
Although I really want to help you, I still have to guard the gate.
Cola knew that this was Ironhead's job. Once it left, the farm needed it to personally guard it.
Afterward, Cola looked at Falling Starhorn Beast again.
"Roar, roar ~"
Falling Starhorn Beast nodded quickly when it saw Cola looking at it.
It wanted to do something for the farm.
But this time, Cola shook its head.
Falling Starhorn Beast was bigger than it, and it looked very powerful at a glance. The Firestripe Snake wouldn't be stupid enough to hunt such prey.
At this moment, all eyes fell on Runrun Duck.
Compared to Falling Starhorn Beast, Runrun Duck looked weak, and its body was plump, definitely the Firestripe Snake's favorite prey.
"Quack, quack!"
Runrun Duck's eyes widened, its face showing panic, flapping its wings and retreating repeatedly.
I don't want to be bait, quack!
I'll be eaten!
Really!
Cola stood up on its hind legs, put its dog paw on Runrun Duck's shoulder, and shook its head seriously: "Woof, woof."
Duck, duck, you are a water-type pet beast, the Firestripe Snake is a fire-type, you don't have to be afraid of it.
Runrun Duck didn't listen, just shaking its head.
Seeing Runrun Duck's reaction, Cola's eyes rolled, and it rarely came up with a good idea: "Woof, woof, woof!"
The old farm owner was almost attacked by that Firestripe Snake!
I saw it with my own eyes!
As soon as these words came out, Runrun Duck immediately glared, its face full of anger, its wings constantly flapping its body: "Quack, quack, quack!"
It remembered that every time it was hungry, the old farm owner would fry small dried fish for it, and would let it eat more snacks so that it would grow up white and fat.
"Quack, quack!"
Duck was very angry, pulling Cola to go find the Firestripe Snake.
At the same time,
Sparkcat, who was originally snickering at Runrun Duck's reaction, was stunned when it heard that the old farm owner had been attacked.
Runrun Duck would ask the old farm owner for fried small dried fish, while Sparkcat would ask the old farm owner for money to buy snacks, and would sit with him to watch TV when it was free.
"Spark!"
Sparkcat, who was originally thinking of sneaking back to the treehouse to sleep, instantly changed its mind, the electricity crackling on its cheeks, pulling Cola with Runrun Duck, heading towards the farm gate.
Falling Starhorn Beast followed closely behind.
"Woof, woof."
Before leaving, Cola specifically asked Ironhead not to tell the master about this.
"Clack." Ironhead nodded seriously.
Under the cover of the night, the four little ones left the farm, heading to the place where the Firestripe Snake had appeared during the day.
"Quack, quack."
In recent times, Runrun Duck had only left the farm once at night. The indistinct mountains and forests made it somewhat afraid, and the rustling sounds of unknown origin made its heart tremble.
“Quack, quack.”
Runrun Duck turned its head to look at the Fallen Horn Beast, making a serious expression.
Let Duck Duck sit on your back. That way, I can conserve my strength and better deal with that Fire-Patterned Snake.
“Roar.”
Looking at Duck Duck Senior, who was the kindest to it, the Fallen Horn Beast nodded decisively.
Sitting on the Fallen Horn Beast's back, Sparky flew alongside, Cola walked ahead with its head held high, and Runrun Duck instantly felt a great sense of security.
Suddenly, Sparky looked at Cola: “Sparky!”
We can ask Big Sister Head for help!
With Big Sister Head around, we wouldn't be afraid of any number of Fire-Patterned Snakes!
“Woof.”
Cola shook its head guiltily.
This little thing doesn't need to bother Big Sister Head!
We can do it too!
Sparky tilted its head and then suggested they could ask the Paw Patrol for help.
Cola still shook its head.
Every night, the Paw Patrol members would return home to rest and sleep.
This time, their actions were a secret mission. They couldn't make a big fanfare or stir up trouble.
Cola turned its head and looked at Sparky, Runrun Duck, and the Fallen Horn Beast one by one, waving its paws high: “Woof, woof, woof!”
To maintain the peace and stability of the village, and to avenge Old Farmer, we must succeed!
“Roar, roar, roar!”
The Fallen Horn Beast roared along with Cola, its eyes flashing with excitement.
This was the life it wanted!
“Sparky!”
Sparky suddenly remembered a plot it had seen on TV, where the protagonist and supporting characters formed an adventure team to save the world.
This time, it was the protagonist!
A strong sense of mission surged in its heart.
“Quack, quack.”
Only Runrun Duck casually waved its wings.
Leave the task of maintaining the peace and stability of the village to you guys. I just want to avenge Old Farmer.
Moonlight illuminated the dense forest. Led by Cola, the little fellows quickly arrived at the place where the Fire-Patterned Snake had escaped.
“Sparky.”
Sparky looked at Runrun Duck, giving instructions.
Duck Duck, you stroll around here, and we'll hide.
Once the Fire-Patterned Snake appears, you're responsible for stopping it, and we'll launch an attack!
“Quack, quack.”
This time, Runrun Duck didn't back down and nodded solemnly.
But when the figures of its little companions had all disappeared into the shadows, it looked around and could only see tall trees that blended into the night, and thick clouds beneath the sky that resembled crouching behemoths. A cold night breeze blew past, and Runrun Duck shivered.
Something doesn't seem right, Duck.
“Quack?”
Are you guys there?
Only Runrun Duck's call echoed in the forest, and there were no other sounds.
Crack!
Suddenly, Runrun Duck accidentally snapped a dry branch. The sound of the break startled it, and it took several steps back. Only after realizing it was a dry branch did it pat its chest with lingering fear.
Don't be afraid, don't be afraid, I'm the bravest Duck Duck.
Runrun Duck cheered itself on while cautiously taking steps, strolling through the forest.
Saying it was strolling was actually just moving forward slowly.
With each step, Runrun Duck observed the surrounding environment, and only after confirming there was no danger would it continue forward.
After a long while, the Fire-Patterned Snake still hadn't appeared. Runrun Duck had no choice but to sit on a large rock to rest.
“Quack, quack.”
Why hasn't that guy appeared yet, Duck Duck is going to be exhausted.
In the grass, in the shadows, the Fire-Patterned Snake quietly approached Runrun Duck, using the cover of night.
It had been paying attention to this silly Runrun Duck for a while.
This Runrun Duck must be lost.
Its dark eyes fell on Runrun Duck's plump body and elastic butt. The Fire-Patterned Snake was like the deadliest shadow assassin, traveling in the dark, getting closer and closer to Runrun Duck.
Almost there.
The night was hazy, and the bright moonlight illuminated the tense dark red body. Murderous intent suddenly approached Runrun Duck, and surging flames erupted!
My butt is on fire!
That was Runrun Duck's first feeling. It didn't have time to think, forcibly enduring the intense burning sensation behind it, and turned its head to unleash a surging stream of water.
The water flow and flames collided in an instant, stirring up a burst of water vapor.
However, Runrun Duck was at the first level, and the Fire-Patterned Snake was at the second level. Even with attribute suppression, the water flow spat out by Duck Duck was difficult to resist the surging flames.
“Quack, quack, quack!”
Runrun Duck immediately stood up, covering its scalded butt, and fled forward, while calling for rescue.
“Hiss!”
Seeing the prey at its mouth trying to escape, a hint of mockery flashed in the Fire-Patterned Snake's eyes. It swayed its slender tail, throwing out a burning fireball, attacking Runrun Duck.
At this moment, a huge figure stood in front of Runrun Duck, its whole body surging with brown light.
Bang!
The fireball hit the Fallen Horn Beast directly, shattering the [Sandstone Shield] circulating around its body. The huge impact caused the Fallen Horn Beast's body to take half a step back uncontrollably.
The Fallen Horn Beast ignored it, just lowered its head to look at Runrun Duck, grinning: “Roar!”
Duck Duck Senior, are you not injured!
I'll protect you.
Runrun Duck stared blankly at the Fallen Horn Beast standing in front of it, momentarily lost in thought: “Quack.”
At the same time,
“Woof!”
Cola's figure darted out from the corner of the shadows. It had been waiting quietly for a long time, finally waiting for this hateful guy!
To prove itself, to make its master look at it with new eyes, it must catch this Fire-Patterned Snake!
At the same time as its figure darted out, several wind blades had already roared out, continuously approaching the Fire-Patterned Snake!
“Hiss!”
Seeing Cola's figure appear, the Fire-Patterned Snake recalled the scene from this afternoon. It had no fighting spirit at all. First, it swayed its body to avoid the wind blades, then turned its body and fled in the opposite direction!
“Sparky!”
Sparky finally seized the opportunity. Its yellow wings bloomed with brilliant electric light. Electricity covered its whole body. At this moment, it seemed to transform into a yellow lightning bolt, instantly hitting the fleeing Fire-Patterned Snake!
Bang!
In an instant, electric light flourished, and the dazzling light illuminated most of the forest.
Although it seemed powerful, Sparky's sneak attack did not cause substantial damage to the Fire-Patterned Snake.
But its sudden attack bought enough time for Cola's pursuit.
It was seen that Cola was surrounded by a breeze, catching up with the Fire-Patterned Snake at an astonishing speed, and at the same time, it stirred up a violent storm.
Rustle!
The trees swayed, the leaves fell, and the Fire-Patterned Snake was trapped in the storm.
“Quack, quack!”
At this time, Runrun Duck also rushed over, spitting out a swift water arrow at the Fire-Patterned Snake, hitting it accurately.
Let you burn Duck Duck's butt!
Let you bully Old Farmer!
“Sparky!”
Sparky also increased the power, its cheeks and wings blooming with lightning at the same time. The crackling current spread throughout the Fire-Patterned Snake's body.
Water plus electricity, the Fire-Patterned Snake enjoyed the ultimate pain at this moment.
After a while,
“Hiss”
The Fire-Patterned Snake, injured in various parts of its body, struggled desperately, raised its head, but found that its four directions were blocked by a figure.
Cola stood firm in the east, the Fallen Horn Beast stood steadily in the north, Sparky flew in the west, and Runrun Duck guarded the south.
The Fire-Patterned Snake's eyes flickered, deciding to try to break through from the weakest defensive position.
So it opened its grim mouth towards Runrun Duck, the cold teeth flashing with cold light, and its body darted forward, approaching Runrun Duck, while flames emerged from its whole body.
“Quack, quack!”
Runrun Duck did not choose to retreat. It opened its mouth and spewed out a more surging and thicker water ball than before, erupting with a bang!
Bang!
The two collided, stalemate for a long time, and the deafening explosion resounded in their ears.
“Hiss”
The Fire-Patterned Snake's body fell backward, a hint of incomprehension flashing in its eyes.
Why did this silly Runrun Duck suddenly become so powerful?
“Quack?”
Runrun Duck tilted its head, equally puzzled.
Just now, it clearly felt that its physical fitness had become much, much stronger, and even the water it spewed out was more powerful.
Could it be that Duck Duck has also broken through to the second level?
When the Fire-Patterned Snake fell to the ground, the little fellows stepped forward and surrounded it.
“Woof.”
Cola even stepped forward, its blue eyes staring at the Fire-Patterned Snake, its dog paws pressed on the Fire-Patterned Snake's body, and its oppressive figure completely enveloped the Fire-Patterned Snake.
It's time to go back and report to the master!
“Sparky!”
Sparky flapped its wings and raised its paws high.
The adventure team's first mission, a complete success!
